GRE Word List

ENGULF

to flow over and enclose : overwhelm

The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.

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WordMeaning
hindsightperception of the nature of an event after it has happened
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
soarto fly aloft or about
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
badinageplayful repartee : banter
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
recumbentsuggestive of repose : leaning
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable